I tried all Sony Canon and Nikon cameras at WEX this is how it went.

[@WarrenRoddy]

Ai, and upscaling technology is at the point where it will advanced faster than sensor technology. Buy an original 5d or d700 and use upscaling for the 1 in 50 photos that warrant scaling the image. You’ll save money, storage costs on the 49 meh photos, and the final result will be as good as what a 50mp sensor will deliver.

[@-MrEVIL-]

Then again an upscaled 50mp photo would also be like 100mp and so on

[@chipsrafferty8362]

Agree wholeheartedly with the ergonomics of Nikon bodies,the weight of the body balances so nicely with the lense,just comfortable to use. Well done analysis of all 3.

[@Cotictimmy]

Currently, I just don't feel mirrorless has the value in it for a portrait shooter on a budget. The used pro DSLRs feel great, they are a few hundred quid (as opposed to thousands) and they have beautiful optical viewfinders rather than tiny TV screens cluttered up with far too much information. It's a camera taking a portrait, not the latest 6th gen fighter jet!

[@MartinCastein]

Yeah for portrait photography I agree completely. Although just to point out you can change how much info is on the screen. The z8 even has no info mode then you can add in the most basic info or what you want. My choice for portrait is the canon 6d with their primes.

[@sekaf4125]

I felt the same way. I had the D850. Sold it got the Z8. Totally changed my mind….by a bunch! The eye focus is game changing. Never had that with the D850. Quiet if you want. Actually feels like the D850 in hand. Please try one. It really changed my photography after 40yrs of shooting

[@cosmic_kid2868]

This is how I feel! I shoot a d3 main and whenever I’m working with the files I’m never really wanting. I have a d750 and even at twice the resolution I still chose the d3 for 90% of my work. If, and I really mean once the d3 goes poop, I’ll be looking for a d4s (maybe a d5 because the two of the same card slot). Mirrorless just doesn’t have it going on for me and it’s not helped by stupid rock bottom pricing on amazing cameras on the used.

[@stephenmatthews5437]

My main camera is a 6DMKII of which I upgraded to from a 5D Classic. I purchased the Canon R, specifically for portraiture. The reason is that I can now rely on the camera eye focusing for me, also allowing it to be tripod mounted of which I can now direct the subject over the camera rather than hidden behind the lens. This puts the subject at ease and for me gives more natural feedback. Also great for self portraiture. Everyone to their own, but the Mirrorless R suits me down to the ground for my style of portraiture.

[@livejames9374]

Ehhh with mirrorless you get a much higher keeper rate achieving critical focus on the eye. I don’t want to worry about af fine tune, focus and recompose etc.

[@harmonyharmony7930]

I wound like to hear your thoughts on the Panasonic full frame and micro four third cameras. Specifically the S5 II and the GH6, G9 cameras. Also great video as always!

[@jeni719]

Sony has really upped their game in the past 5 years. I remember when they released the A7III what a revolutionary camera that was, but their lens lineup was lacking, and everyone bought an MC-11 adapter for the Canon lenses. Sony did not produce a decent 24-70mm f 2.8 for the longest time, which was crazy. Now Canon RF lenses are the worst lineup. Seems like the mirrorless camera offerings are maturing, but lenses still need to catch up. May make the most sense to buy the body you want now, adapt the DSLR lenses in the short term, instead of investing is a system that you may not want to stay with, and take a hit on selling it later.

[@MartinCastein]

Solid advice that is I think and probably what I will do

[@VABrowneMDPhD]

I agree that the Canon R3 and R5 EVF’s are excellent and are clearer than the current Nikon models. However, the Z8 and Z9 have no shutter blackout in the high frames per second settings. I miss the ergonomics of the Canon 1DX Mark III. For my wildlife photography, Nikon currently offers the best combination of cameras and lenses at a better value for cost compared to the current offerings by Canon and Sony. The Sony G Master lenses, and the Canon RF lenses are optically excellent but extremely expensive. The Nikon S series lenses offer superb optical quality at a more affordable price. For me, the Canon R5 offers excellent image quality with high resolution, but the sensor is limited by rolling shutter, and by IBIS wobbling. Even when shooting on a tripod at high shutter speeds, consecutive frames show significant IBIS wobble. The Canon R3 is an excellent camera with fast, flexible, and accurate auto focus and has minimal IBIS wobble compared to the R5. The 24 megapixel resolution is fine for photographing large mammals, athletes, automobiles, aircraft, motorcycles, etc. However, for photographing birds, when significant cropping is often needed, the lower resolution sensor in the R3 does not offer enough feather detail compared to the R5, Nikon Z9, or Sony A1. I recently started shooting the Nikon Z9 and have had no problems with rolling shutter or IBIS wobble. The image quality and feather detail are equivalent to the Canon R5 and the dynamic range of the Z9 sensor is excellent. I do think that the auto focus in the Canon R5 and R3 three are still faster and bit more consistent than the Nikon Z9. I have large hands so the Z9 ergonomics are much closer to my favorite Canon 1 DX Mark III. I look forward to the Canon R1.

[@Mr09260]

I have been Nikon since 1972 >> Never let me down. I love my Sony Tv and my Canon Pixma Printer is a beaut so Canon must never stop making Office Machines , Their Speciality

[@mart872uk]

I had a Pentax Medium Format Camera ( with the large wooden handle ) you could defend yourself with it . Loud shutter .

[@MartinCastein]

🤣

[@jwil1547]

Enjoying your refreshing review of the available camera systems. While listening to the video, my thoughts were, that this is a totally unbiased review of the big 3.

[@MartinCastein]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@victorlim5077]

As a Birder, the Nikon Z8 with the 180-600 fits the bill for me. The lag free real live viewfinder and the stacked sensor inside is what seals the deal.

[@MartinCastein]

Yeah that makes sense it will be ideal for you

[@victorlim5077]

@@MartinCastein Yes, the A7RV doesn't make sense due to the slow readout sensor leading to rolling shutter problems. Different needs for different people, I guess.

[@MartinCastein]

you wouldnt have that problem while taking photos though, only video but i wouldnt pick the a7rv for what you are doing at all, would be z8 or z9 for sure.

[@victorlim5077]

@@MartinCastein Very true. With the Sony A7rv, the mechanical shutter solves the rolling shutter issue in photo mode.

[@terencelaubach6565]

Fuji X-Pro2 and a Fuji lens or two, a Canon 5D1 and the 50mm f1.8 II (this channel's influence!) are working great for me. Just for fun I'd like to visit a full-on camera store and to check out the latest gear (and stop by the local Porsche dealership on the way home to take a glance there too). Good video

[@MartinCastein]

Was entertaining for sure. My 5d is going nowhere 😎

[@leeharveydarke]

That ending was fantastic! Great to hear some more fleshed out thoughts on the current range. Have to say the market seems to be in a strange place right now - mirrorless is the de-facto standard but the big 3 still seem to be trying to find what works best with nobody hitting the mark on all fronts.

[@MartinCastein]

Haha glad you liked the ending yeah that’s pretty much it. Mad really because it’s obvious what they should do.

[@HazchemNORTH]

​@@MartinCastein am amateur hoping to get Z6 mark 2 mainly for photo. Thanks Martin for sharing your experience

[@davidsaylors]

That is alot to process. I am going to watch this again and listen closer as you bring to a lot of good points here. Really good food for thought.

[@MartinCastein]

haha this is all the stuff that does my head in

[@CircuitBurger]

Great video again buddy. Blimey I was feeling your frustration by the end as well. I was lucky enough to have a go with the Z9 and R3 at London Camera Exchange in Derby near where I live, and I instantly took to the Z9. I'm lucky, because if it feels right in my hand, I'm sold. Probably why I still use the D810 and D4, as they feel just superb, plus the D4 with its illuminating buttons. I had a go with a Sony A7iii ages ago, but I just didn't like the feel, nor the menus, and never looked at another. I can see you with the Z9, really can. It would probably work better aswell, with you having a separate vlogging camera. Certainly food for thought pal. Good luck with your final deliberations. Looking forward to your big reveal.😄 All the best 👍

[@MartinCastein]

Yeah the z9 is just so so nice. i preferred it to the z8 but the z8 is easier to pack and carry. The a7rv is really nice too though, they came a long long way from the a7iii and its not recognisable any more. it does feel slow though compared to the z8/z9 slightly. I just hope Nikon doesnt go back to sleep for another 10 years now.

[@georgescanvas]

Full frame mirrorless - Panasonic all the way. Take a look at the suite of F1.8 primes they released which are nearly identical in size and have next to no focus breathing for video. These are the kind of products I'm looking for....

[@chrisvalford]

I have a Z9 after getting a Z7 second hand when they were launched. Never had a Nikon before, or a digital SLR but like you say, just felt right. So with the 24-70 & 70-200 f/2.8s I'm happy. Added the 50mm f/1.2 which gives me just the right dof when shooting portraits in the street, and having seen your 85mm post I'm just waiting for cash to replace my Contax 85mm f/2.8 (with adapter) so I can enjoy autofocus.

[@markschneider1396]

My Nikons, D500, D810, D80, and Z6 just feel right in my hand. For me with damaged hands, comfort matters. I shoot every day, video and photography, and just the layout of the record and shutter button make a huge difference.

[@RayLombardi]

Martin, you're a very practical man for what I can gather so far watching your videos. Sony is releasing the ZV1 Mark 2 very soon. That's a great vlogging camera. For stills, the Z9/Z8 is as phenomenal as you felt it was. You want an F1.4, Nikon gives you either F1.8 or F1.2, what are you gonna do? Pick one and go shooting! I'm bias, I've got the Z9 and all of the prime Z lenses, from 20 to 85mm, all Z, all F1.8 and I AM LOVING THEM ALL! Plus the 105 Macro F2.8 that is incredible. I LOVE picking my Z9 up. It makes me feel like a better photographer and then I use it and it performs better that anything I used before. The choice is yours mate. Best of luck. Cheers, Ray.

[@limagepicture9023]

Thanks for your point of view. Personally, I'm with Sony and I'm not convinced to go to another brand, here's why: I prefer portability and discretion without sacrificing image quality, autonomy and focusing efficiency. I change my camera every 5 years or so, and my choice of optics comes first. I've been using my Sony A9 for reportage work for over 4 years (around 675,000 shots), and recently with the new GM 35mm F1.4 and the new G 20-70mm F4. It's a fantastic set!

[@MartinCastein]

yeah i completely see that, im liking the sony more and more not less and less, im hesitating SO much because going all in will be a huge expense so i want to make sure i really like it first. While i can say i instantly liked the Nikon z8 and z9 more they come with their own set of huge compromises which sony doesnt have. So its all up in the air a bit for me right now. Logically though for what i need sony is the answer.

[@limagepicture9023]

@@MartinCastein I understand and Nikon will never be a bad choice. The Z8 and Z9 are the most versatile FF cameras on the market, but also the heaviest and bulkiest. It is a philosophy that I abandoned more than 5 years ago. I am over 50 years old and the more time passes, the more I am looking for durable, light and quality FF photo-video equipment that also allows me to save a lot of time in post processing. The photo evolves very (too) quickly with the emergence of AI in particular. It is exciting and disturbing at the same time. In any investment decision, I now integrate this parameter with the impact of a significant reduction in my physical equipment costs.

[@klarion]

You were the only online photographer who mentioned the color difference I was seeing between cannon and Nikon and how Nikon warms up shadows... I used Nikon for a while, but it has always bothered me.. and no one else ever mentioned it..

[@MartinCastein]

Nikon colour come into their own when you incandescent lights or artificial light at night. It really excels there. Plus can look great IF you don’t fight the colours the rest of the time. Just don’t try to make it look like canon.

[@bestcameralens]

I never liked my Sony A7Rii grip until I attached a battery grip and I couldn't believe how good in felt in the hand. It wasn't heavy and the grip felt very comfortable. I also have the Canon 5d and Nikon D200 they are comfortable but they are sooo heavy. So it's killing the whole creativity when shooting hand held.

[@keithbuck8252]

Hi Martin loved the video excellent. I'm pretty much loving my Olympus OM-DE1Mk11 I recently brought the 12-100 f4 Pro lens and it makes a great pair . Also have the 150-300 cheaper lens but great quality..love the 4/3 system the colours system etc

[@MartinCastein]

Thanks Keith!!!!

[@alwynsmit3546]

Had an opportunity to play around with a few bodies & my favorite was the Canons. R, R6, RP, R5 all felt great in hand. The Nikon Z6ii & 7ii also felt good, little less so than the Canons. I didn't much like the Sony. It was one of the A7 range, but I didn't care because it wasn't for me. Tried the Fuji Xt4 as well. Build was awesome. But that grip put me off. That said, the most comfortable in hand I ever shot, was the Canon 6d. Loved it.

[@RichardBarleyphoto]

I completely agree, it feels like Canon are going down the wrong road at the moment. I have tried the r6 and r3 and never went on to buy either. i will stick with my 5D classic bodies, great colour thanks for the video

[@Twobarpsi]

Very well presented summary of the modern available cameras!

[@MartinCastein]

thanks buddy

[@kevinl1492]

If that is not enough choices to give you a headache, there is always the Panasonic full frame cameras to add to the list! From what I hear they have great video chops and are pretty good at photography. Sigma produces lenses which are native mount with Leica and Panasonic as further options. I only had 5 minutes with the new 5 mark ii model but liked it a lot. Maybe they don’t have enough service and retail support in the UK for you to consider, but nice to have another option.

[@MartinCastein]

I’m looking a bit at the s5ii for my vlog and video solution but will see.

[@samuelsmith6804]

I’m sure you have resolved this dilemma by now, but since all modern basic cameras can do everything I need, I would base my decision on the following priorities. Priority 1: Does it have the lenses I need. Priority 2: will I be happy using it or will I always be wishing it was something else. Priority 3: Cost Priority 4: Ergonomics Priority 5: Build Quality. Priority 6: Bells and whistles.

[@MartinCastein]

I would add one thing to this list as well, which could come under ergonomics kind of, but its the way that it works, like the logic of the camera. This for me is one of the big differences between the brands. For instance just basic things like switching modes and how easy that is. Like if i change from manual to aperture priotity for photo does that change then for video too or does it stay separate. That seems small but it runs throughout and entire brand on all settings. Its really relevant to mirrorless much more than dslrs and some systems are just more evolved such as sony for this.

[@samuelsmith6804]

@@MartinCastein that’s a good point. Easy accessible custom modes fall into that category and some cameras don’t even have them!

[@papafrita96]

Love the video, I am going through a similar dilemma. I'm not sure how open you are to adapting your Sony lenses but many people have endorsed the Megadap adapter for using Sony or Canon EF lenses on Nikon bodies. I'd be very curious to hear your thoughts on it if you did one day decide to try it out. Thanks Martin!

[@gamingwithstand6886]

Panasonic is very good also. Also Nikon records video raw video to memory cards.

[@deanjelcic9299]

All of the brands are geat...As you stated Nikon Z8 really hits a spot for me. It finally feels like a proper mirrorless camera from Nikon, just like the old DSLRs that Nikon was famous for. These days for me any camera is great, so I dont lead myself when choosing a camera by its specs, but rather the feeling in the hands and the looks, because I know that the feeling and the looks of the camera is what is going to be a key factor for picking it up and shooting, not the specs. Also the colours. Sony is great but the colours of Nikon straight from the camera, with only few tweaks is just amazing. Sony has weird blueish look to it that I dont like. That being sad, old DSLRs are also amazing. Mirrorless for me feel like a space ships, and we are still not aware how much photography gear has evolved. It is not a camera anymore but a portable computer 😅

[@pawelmod3292]

Thank you for the video and your thoughts around the cameras. Regarding the EVF lags: I trust that is obvious that A7r5 will have more lags compering to sony/nikon/canon stacked sensor cameras as a7r5 doesn't have a stacked sensor. The read out speed is really needed for high quality EVF especially during taking a photos.

[@copisetic1104]

I gave my D800 to my son, I checked just about every camera out there and ended up buying a D850. The problem is very few lenses can get the full potential of the sensor in the D850 so I need to start buying lenses that can give me the resolution I want for my landscape photography.

[@Mr09260]

Get a Z8 and BE Happy

[@weikaifan7979]

I agree with you very much. I am currently using Nikon Z7 and Sony A7R2. I am very comfortable with Nikon's overall design and quality. However, because of the optional 1.4 aperture lens and third-party lens, I want to upgrade my camera but I am hesitant. What should I do? Choosing Nikon? Or Sony? Canon is no longer a consideration!

[@tonyhayes9827]

Very interesting and well thought through. I use a Nikon Z6ii but I love a clear viewfinder and the canons sound great from what you've said. I agree about the 1.4 lens lack from Nikon. The 1.8s are good but the 1.2s are sooo big and sooo expensive.

[@LyndonPatrickSmith]

Thanks for this discussion Martin. It will be interesting to see what Canon brings out for the 2024 Olympics. They need a blackout-free stacked sensor beast to keep up with Sony and Nikon. I think that release will define the future of Canon mirrorless in the pro/photojournalist market.

[@YannickKhong]

I feel you underestimate their 1.8 lineup. The way they spread the light generates background separation similar to a 1.4 of a smaller mount diameter.

[@reusedisland1904]

Hi Martin, ‘Full frame’ is only 35 mm wide. We had this on film 50 years ago, and a pro wedding photographer would have considered it too small. Are digital images better than 35 mm film images? Maybe my question is simplistic, but the negatives from my (brand new) Yashica Mat that cost 60 Great British Pounds, were excellent.

[@MartinCastein]

I’m not really sure how 35mm film compares to digital but weddings are easy for full frame cameras I can say that for certain

[@mmv8416]

I too would like to see more 1.4 glass from Nikon. Perhaps start with a 100mm f1.4. A 16 - 34mm f2.8 would also be much appreciated.

[@meekacumen]

I have a r5 but I just don’t like the images. I sold all my expensive RF glass and went back to EF glass, I have even bought a canon 6d and I am more satisfied with the colours then with the R5 I totally agree with you about canon, I can’t figure out which direction they’re going.

[@MartinCastein]

ive had a few people say this to me both in person and on here, it seemed good to me overall but yeah i cant really judge the image side of things but interesting to hear this yet again. many times now.

[@AbhinavYadav-zm7ut]

Maybe you already did, but try the F1.8 Z primes. The quality is definitely way above their price point.

[@MartinCastein]

I’ve tried them, they are great, but I want 1.4. I don’t care if it’s 3rd party though.

[@eastbaystreet1242]

agree! I have the 50mm 1.8 Z on the Z9. Very, very tight.

[@photom3]

I won’t be needing any of those as far as I can tell but the discussion was educational nonetheless. It’s hard to find a camera that checks all the boxes even dealing with older gear. Not to mention getting oneself and that camera into position to do the photography. I feel richer to have heard the pros and cons.

[@MartinCastein]

yeah its a bit of a headache choosing because its a lot to spend especially when i need lenses too.....

[@photom3]

@@MartinCastein understand, I know someone looking at the Sony and Nikon but it’s pretty spendy either way.

[@MartinCastein]

for sure is, for though the video side of them open up new income though so will be worth it. i think one thing thats hard on here is separating what is work and whats personal, Im aware my audience is often not understanding that difference.i will probably try to make some of that clearer in future as nearly everyone on here is just my personal work.

[@jjurii]

Hey, I totally get you love a beefier camera for photography, just like I do! I ended up grabbing a Panasonic S1 'cause it felt like the most natural upgrade from my 5D MK II. But man, I'm with you on this one - those newer Canon cameras have a whole different vibe. If you're weighing your options, you could hold out for the new S1 or S1R. You could even get yourself an S5ii for vlogging, all part of the same system. Plus, the L mount's got the lenses you've been eyeing. The only bummer is the waiting game... Hate the idea of juggling two completely different systems, personally. In any case, I'm sure you'll make the best decision. Great video! Keep it up!

[@DaveMuller]

I don't quite understand how DSLR got fully articulating screens over 10 years ago now, and yet there's still new mirrorless bodies coming out with the stupid angled screen.

[@MartinCastein]

i know its mad

[@markdurham3434]

It's so they can sell you three cameras over the next fifteen years, they drip feed the improvements.

[@goldfinch2283]

Remember, weight is not necessary a criteria for build quality. Development in raw materials is constantly advancing amongst others: lower weight but higher quality.

[@MartinCastein]

very true, but they really do feel better built. of course that could just be a feeling and may not be true.

[@hugomouteira7015]

Nice video as always. Btw, since you have 5dII and 6d, why don't you experiment video in RAW 14bit or 4k 12bit RAW whith your canon cameras using Magic Lantern? Best regards from Portugal

[@MartinCastein]

I have done it before it’s just not worth doing, too slow of a workflow I just use mirrorless cameras for video it’s faster and speed matters for work. But I have done it though 🙂

[@theory8sf]

Fuji xs20 is a good choice for vlogging!

[@359889]

hi, did you ever consider looking at Fujifilm X-H1....or the latest X-H2 and H2S...?

[@piyhaw]

Hey..same dilemma here. I got into Sony system (Sony A7IV) from my D750 just for the autofocus. But as you said, don’t like the shooting experience. But do like the GM lenses though. I want to get back to Nikon with a Z8 but don’t want to lose the GM lenses. Well, adapter is an option. But that’s not concrete solution.

[@MartinCastein]

its difficult, because in a way sony has the most complete system by a fair stretch as well. im not sure about nikon myself as well because they launch a good camera now but might go into hibernation for the next 10 years.

[@arnesl929]

At what point do you think canon color went the wrong way? I have heard this mentioned before. I have never used a R series camera. Edit I think I found the answer in another of your videos and from what I understand after the 6d /5dIII

[@MartinCastein]

I dont want to discourage you from getting an R camera, they are superb, I think the colour actually started being less good after the 5diii/6d as you say. Its still really good though. its just lost a bit of something and i know a lot of users feel the same. Its like its now excellent still just something has gone a bit.

[@arnesl929]

@@MartinCastein no, I had started looking into older tech already 🙂. I had in the back of my mind to get an older full frame to use with ef lenses. I have some of the same feelings regarding my old 550d I like the colours specifically low / winter sunlight. Hopefully one day R series or another modern mirrorless series I don’t know.

[@oscarlopez2052]

Gear , gear , gear and more camera gear.

[@MartinCastein]

Life will get better for you in time, all the best.

[@bassangler73]

The Z8 is the most comfortable camera I have held...of course I like big, heavy cameras

[@MartinCastein]

me too, ive just purchesed a z9 as the D3S was my favourite camera to actually use by far and I miss it so badly. I made the mistake of walking into this shop in this video a couple of months ago and its reignited that feeling. Ive been back a few times since and just made the feeling stronger haha. But realistically i need mirrorless for my commercial work i do as i need photo and video and im using sony at the moment, its fantastic but i dont like it. Cant really say why..i dont know.

[@bassangler73]

@MartinCastein I understand, I'm not a Sony fan myself..it's probably the ergonomics Martin, Nikon has the best ergonomics for my hand anyway..The Sony menu system takes some getting used too as well...not for me...I will probably die shooting Nikon and it will probably be a DSLR...lol

[@MartinCastein]

@@bassangler73 yeah they have the best ergonomics easily. so good. i always say to my friend its like coming home every time i pick up a nikon.

[@quite1enough]

I wonder what's your opinion on Fuji X-H2s and Lumix S5 II(x). If you ever get a chance to try those, let us know ^^ Also, very recently Nikon released their ZF camera, full frame in retro style with fully articulating screen.

[@413TomaccoRoad]

I have been checking out Z8 photos, they're incredible. The problem is that they're too good,; very sharp and "brittle".

[@Memo.esperanza]

Have you looked into panasonic?

[@MartinCastein]

I didn’t like the feel of them in the shop. I did have a play with them but liked Olympus

[@RyougiVector]

Both the Nikon Z7 and Olympus E-M1ii/E-M1X feel like DSLRs to me in terms of grip, though I haven't been able to try the Z8 or Z9. Have you had the chance to check out the pro Olympus bodies yet? I prefer them over the Sony and Canon bodies, as well, and the Olympus bodies have really nice phase detect autofocus, even on the older models. and if you ever feel like walking and talking to the camera, you can use the IBIS on those bodies to good effect.

[@MartinCastein]

I havent tried them im afraid, everyone i know that has them loves them.

[@pharmahassan]

Hi nikon user for 10 years here, swatching all gear to sony a7rv with 14-24 sigma art and 35-150 f2 tameron for 2 weeks now , and yesterday I use nikon z6 II and really shocked how I adapt to sony controls and become uncomfortable with nikon ? weird ! specially the 3 dail on sony { aparature , shutter and iso by program the upper dail ) and now I am not taking my eye from the veiw finder .

[@MartinCastein]

the z6/7 range a world away from the z8 and z9 i dont know what they were thinking with those earlier cameras but they felt like the earlier sony cameras with a few changes and a different badge.

[@-MrEVIL-]

Try sony with Battery grip

[@user-V666]

What about Panasonic? FYI i shoot Canon Sony and Minolta

[@mart872uk]

Samsung NX1 was really good

[@gamingwithstand6886]

There is an adapter to use don't r lens on Nikon. It's not bad but not as good as native.

[@draskogagula2073]

Thanks a lot., That was so true so my 5d mk4 is gonna be for photos mother of all mothers for many Years .,,😂

[@germanshepherdmom5411]

I love my 5D MK4, I’m a Nikon shooter but that 5D Mark4 and it’s color is just gorgeous to me. I traded my R5 and all the canon mirrorless lenses I had for a Nikon 600mm F4 TC but kept my Mark 4.

[@labalia30]

Hi why not a z30 or zfc for the vlog camera?

[@MartinCastein]

Hi, well it’s lack of ibis lack of vlogging lenses suitable for what I want and large crop for electronic stab, I need good low light too so zv-e1 type of thing would be ideal.

[@labalia30]

@@MartinCastein ok yes the lack of ibis can be a problem! Thanks for your answer 😊

[@tr3alme]

Hi are you ever used canon 1dx mk1? I like to know you’re opinion on it.

[@MartinCastein]

I’ve only used friends ones so I can’t say much about it other than they love them and they know what they are talking about so I would buy personally and see if you get on with it

[@goldfinch2283]

What do you mean by saying “new owners of Canon”? As far as I know , there has not been any change of ownership.

[@MartinCastein]

im saying thats what it feels like, as if there are new owners that are doing things very differently to before.

[@goldfinch2283]

@@MartinCastein Well, doing things differently than before is very often a positive part of a development and evolution. Just doing things the way you did in the past is very often not necessarily a good thing. Just to give you one example: I remember when Porsche moved from air cooling their engines to water cooling, there were tons of people talking about Porsche loosing its way. Today nobody even remembers it, and Porsche produces better cars than ever. It’s called development……

[@MartinCastein]

sure, just doesnt mean its always better. as i said in the video im not sure yet if i like it or not, might be better, hard to tell from the limited time i had.

[@grahamjohn3603]

Interesting talk, just reinforces my feeling I am not ready to change any of my gear at the moment. I don’t think it will ever happen but what I really want is a true system camera such as Nikon used to make, interchangeable viewfinders (mirrored and mirrorless electronic mechanical shutters etc etc). Unless sensors and lenses radically improve or my gear starts break down I’m sticking. Must admit it feels weird visiting a camera shop and not wanting any of the new stuff on display 😂

[@MartinCastein]

Yeah I think that’s fair really, I just need the video capabilities

[@artsmodelstation9396]

Dang, your video got me tired. So many cameras and choices it would drive me bonkers. That’s why I won’t go to shows 😂. I’ll just stick with my Nikon D750 and use my iPhone for video. And if want different looks use presets 😊

[@MartinCastein]

I think you are probably right with all that...🤣

[@mbismbismb]

Well canon said r3 is a mini 1dx series… maybe thats why the r3 doesnt feel like 1dx

[@MartinCastein]

i think for many people it will be a perfect fit. id like to have had longer with it really, like a week or something, i really liked it overall. i just had this idea in my head of it fitting like a glove.

[@dan.knows.photography]

Did you try out the fuji xh2s at all?

[@MartinCastein]

i didnt really look at the fuji cameras as much, i have a few reasons for ruling them out at the moment that arent worth going into but i like them overall.

[@dan.knows.photography]

@@MartinCastein now I'm even more curious 😂

[@MartinCastein]

hahaha no because i might influence you in a way that isnt relevant to you, youll know if its good for you or not. If you think its a good fit for you, try it.

[@dan.knows.photography]

@@MartinCastein I actually used it yesterday for a local fashion campaign and it was really good in studio environment but looking back at some of the images I really need to slow down and think about composition. Too much spray and pray.(obviously not the cameras fault lol)

[@MartinCastein]

@@dan.knows.photography I think that’s really to do with mirrorless, they are so rapid that’s it’s very easy to overshoot. Most important thing is that you find what’s right for you.

[@thomastuorto9929]

Compromises, compromises, compromises! When will the perfect camera for me, be introduced into the market place?

[@MartinCastein]

im still waiting for it haha

[@thomastuorto9929]

@@MartinCastein Everyone is!

[@EsotericNY]

It really is subjective and camera tech as become so good it now becomes a game of splitting hairs. I went through a similar evaluation process 2 years ago but, back then, it was Sony A1 or Canon R5 for me. I went with the latter since (a) the R5 supports nearly all the video codecs as the alpha for half the price and (b) I just don't like the Sony form factor and menus (again, this was 2+ years ago). There were quite a few other nits. In the end, what you can't get out-of-camera can be made up for in post-processing software (DxO PL6, C1, LR and PS), especially with more recent AI advancements. Yeah, Canon lenses are pricier, but ditching my old Nikon primes significantly offset my new investment. I was a Nikon snob for 27 years, but after missing shots due to lower fps, waiting for Nikon to catch up on features years later and seeing Nikon lose market share over the past decade, I felt it was due for a change. I've haven't looked back.

[@MartinCastein]

That’s good and I think it’s important you got what’s right for you. I’m finding it very hard to choose. In the end it’s probably going to be the z8 for the reason that I just like how it feels and it does the video stuff I need completely. All of these cameras are excellent.

[@33antonius]

How about the canon 40d?

[@MartinCastein]

Oddly not in stock, but.. Canon 40D 2022 review kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5-kfHR7rJJ2fpY

[@MartinCastein]

Just seen your comment on that video 🤣

[@davyboyo]

Is that a Marathon on your wrist?

[@MartinCastein]

It is, well spotted!

[@davyboyo]

@@MartinCastein I'm hoping to own one eventually, good taste mate 😁

[@MartinCastein]

Thanks, I really like it, don’t even notice I’m wearing it it’s so light too. Very happy with it

[@thomaschamberlin2485]

The reasoning behind not producing Nikon 1.4 lenses is that the 1.8 lenses on the mirrorless equal the DSLR 1.4 lenses in sharpness and quality. But they don't have the 1.4 depth of field. Nikon assumes photographers needing the bokeh will spring for the 1.2. I know Kon at Grey's of Westminster shares your frustration. He continues to adapt his F mount 1.4's.

[@MartinCastein]

I think that would be ok if the price difference wasn’t so extreme. I’m glad they put out a solid 1.8 range but I think they should have gone to the 1.4 lenses next and then a select few 1.2 lenses. I expect most people would prefer a smaller lighter and much cheaper 35 1.4 over a £3000 1.2 unless they can really keep the price down which I doubt.

[@artsilva]

I don't get how Canon continues with bad on/off switch placements. It is really annoying.

[@MartinCastein]

i think they just cant admit nikon got this right and wont copy.

[@valentinmikleu]

So disappointed, unsubscribed. Good luck with your Sony

[@MartinCastein]

why?